Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum
Barcelo
£43
| Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ezra Brooks | Barcelo |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | United Kingdom |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 49.5% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £41.09 | £43.25 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £43.
For beginners: Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£41.09 vs £43.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.25 vs £41.09)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Barcelo?
Barcelo Imperial Maple Cask Single Modernist Rum is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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